What does the cryptic crossword clue "American associated with bird book (5)" mean?

The definition is "book". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TIT (synonym="bird") + US (synonym="American") = TITUS; definition: "American" The answer is TITUS.

American associated with bird book (5)

Times Cryptic #28616 | 22 Across | 2023-05-30 flower

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